Joy was a wonderful friend to me. From the moment we met at Russell Public/Middle School we enjoyed each other's company. She was such a kind, loving and compassionate person who spoke so lovingly about her family and friends. Our heartfelt sympathy to Peter and Kathryn. Catherine and Fraser

Our thoughts and prayers are with Peter and Kathryn and we all have special memories of Joy and the special touch that she brought to the music ministry at St. Mary the Virgin Anglican Church in Blackburn Hamlet.

Dear Peter and Kathryn:
I am very very sorry for your loss. I am so incredibly saddened to hear of Joy's passing. She was my teacher about 15 years ago, along with Gord Mitchell, when I took the Educational Assistant program in Brockville. I loved my days with Joy, as a teacher and a friend, and I was so blessed to share that time with her. It was an incredible honour. She was a very very special lady who was so beautiful..equally on the inside and the outside. God bless both of you during this time. She will forever hold a special place in my heart.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Dionne Fournier

Dear Peter and Kathryn
There is nobody quite like Joy. I found a very insightful definition of the name Joy that so suits the Joy that we came to know and love. "Full of charm and vigour, incredibly intelligent, give everything to those most important to her, infectious smile...". Our condolences to you both and as time passes, may the memories of Joy outweigh the heaviness in your hearts.

Dear Peter and Kathryn,
We are so very sorry for your loss. It was truly a pleasure and a privilege for us to know Joy.
We will remember her for her warmth and smiles, as well as for her love of music, skiing and her family.
Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you.
From all of us at Bruyère,
Marie

Dear Peter and Katheryn,
I was so sorry to hear that Joy had passed away. I will always remember how encouraging she was at music practice, having all of us over and letting us take over the house. I think of her often as I try to instill that same love of music that she fostered in us, in my own children. I also remember with fondness the Christmases when several of our families gathered together to celebrate.
You are all in my prayers. I will light a candle and pray at 2pm tomorrow, as you celebrate her life.
Sincerely,
Ann Webber

Dear Peter and Kathryn,
We were so sorry to learn of Joy's tragic passing. We will always remember the passion she brought to her work with the youth at St. Mary's and her music. However, more importantly for us was her dedication as a Snowhawker. Christopher's experience with the Snowhawks instilled a love for skiing that he is now passing on to his children.
With our love and prayers,
Tom and Helen Stolfa

Dear Peter and Kathryn,
We are heartbroken over Joy's tragic passing and so we cherish the lovely times we spent with her and with you, Pete.
Our family shared her love for music and art.
Her courage, positive attitude and indomitable spirit are just a few of Joy's character traits that inspired us.
Our relatives in South Africa wish to be remembered to both of you.
With deepest sympathy.
Trevor, Toni, Melody, Aliza and Zoe

I remember Joy's kind, loving and supportive nature as she taught in the Youth Group at St. Mary's. She listened to us and nurtured our spirits. Her passion for music filled the house when she came over for music practice with the church music group.
I am very sorry to learn of Joy's passing and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

I had the pleasure of enjoying Joy's company every Wednesday morning as part of A'Chord East. She was a talented musician indeed - but her "claim to fame" for me was her beautiful smile and warm and friendly nature. She will be sorely missed. Deepest condolences to Peter and Kathryn.
Linda

Dear Peter & Kathryn,
When Joy took the time to talk with people - and she always took the time to talk with people - their thoughts and feelings flowed. Joy listened so carefully... This is partly why Joy had so many warm and meaningful relationships, and we are so lucky to have counted ourselves among them.
Snowhawks Ski School was lucky as well, and so much the better for Joy's contributions, going back nearly 30 years. As a chaperon, Joy served as a "mom" to so many children. As a Wednesday adult program participant, Joy was more "host" than "member", always making new members feel welcome and included. Joy shared your home and hers, bringing together instructors and chaperons regularly, making us feel more like family than colleagues. And as a fellow traveler, exploring ski resorts across the continent, Joy shared her passion for both skiing and good company.
Joy lived her life with grace and caring, with curiosity and conviction. She will remain always in our hearts...

I am so sorry for your loss.
I only just met Joy this past winter when I joined the Snowhawks. She was the first person to introduce herself and make me feel included and welcome on the bus. I very much enjoyed getting to know her during the ski season and on both of the winter getaways. She was a very kind and beautiful person who will be missed.
I'm sure it meant a lot to her that she was able to enjoy the Banff trip and the last few months of spring with her daughter Kathryn. She was very proud of her and shared this with me and likely many others.
God bless you. My thoughts and prayers are with you Peter & Kathryn.

I am sorry for your loss. She was my grade 6 teacher at Prince Of Wales School. She was a very nice person to talk to. She walked down Halleck's Rd South quite a bit. She said when I talked to her last Summer that she loved being there at the cottage.

A long time family friend & neighbour at Fulford Pt. ; Joy Rutherford. We are all so saddened with her passing.
Joy's passion & positivity for life shone thru immeasurably!
Her enthusiasm for music & education existed throughout her lifetime.
Joy was the one who introduced the career path of education to me at age 16! I was lucky enough to be one of the educational assistants for a Summer reading program with the Leeds Grenville Board of Education!
Love & light to your soul Joy. I also am keeping Peter, Kathryn, Stewart, Andy & the rest of the family in my thoughts & prayers.

I am so sorry to hear of Joy’s passing. She was a lovely lady who radiated friendliness and interest in people. I have many happy memories of skiing with Joy on Snowhawks trips when she always seemed in her element. My deepest condolences to Peter and Kathryn who will miss her so much.

Joy was literally a "Joy" to have at the music school (when she was not away on ski trips!). She definitely had a passion for music, enjoyed her lessons, and loved telling stories of the adventures she had with her unique instrument! Her bright and energetic personality was contagious and touched everyone she worked with and spoke to here at the school. We will miss her a lot!

Dear Kathryn and Peter: My sincere condolences to you at this sorrowful time. I hope the wonderful memories you have of Joy will comfort you. If anyone was aptly named, it was Joy. She was unfailingly cheerful, funny and kind. She was so welcoming and gracious to me on my first bus trip with the ski club and ever afterwards. Always a kind word and a genuine interest in people. I will never forget her.

Dear Peter and Family,
I was so sad to hear of Joy’s passing. I only got to know her this past winter through the Snowhawks, but loved her beautiful smile and friendly personality. My deepest condolences to everyone who loved her.

I am so sorry to hear about Joy’s passing. Words are never adequate in moments like these. My thoughts and prayers are with the Rutherford family during this sad time. I will always remember Joy fondly and have wonderful memories of many times spent with her when she was President of Arteast and then to play in the A Chord band for Arteast vernissages! She always had a smile when I saw her. May God's peace be with your family.